Description
Delight in these rich and creamy Chocolate Chip Cookie Cheesecake Bars featuring a buttery cookie crust, a smooth cream cheese filling studded with chocolate chips, and a luscious layer of melted dark chocolate on top. Perfectly chilled, these bars combine irresistible flavors and textures for a decadent dessert treat.
Ingredients
Cookie Crust
- 300 g chocolate chip cookies
- 120 g unsalted butter, melted
Cheesecake Filling
- 460 g cream cheese, room temperature
- 75 g granulated sugar
- 1 tsp vanilla extract
- 245 ml whipped cream, room temperature
- A pinch of salt
- 150-200 g dark chocolate chips
Topping
- 250 g dark chocolate (for melting)
- 3/4 cup whipped cream (homemade or shop bought)
Instructions
- Prepare Cookie Crumbs: Blitz the chocolate chip cookies in a food processor until they become a fine crumb. If you don’t have a processor, crush the cookies inside a sandwich bag using a rolling pin for a similar texture.
- Make Crust Mixture: In a medium bowl, combine the cookie crumbs with melted unsalted butter, mixing thoroughly until the crumbs are evenly coated and hold together.
- Form Crust: Press the cookie mixture firmly and evenly into the bottom of a square springform pan. Cover it with plastic wrap and refrigerate for 30 minutes to set.
- Mix Cheesecake Filling: In a separate bowl, whisk the cream cheese, sugar, and vanilla extract until smooth and creamy. Gradually fold in the whipped cream until the mixture is well combined without deflating the airiness.
- Add Chocolate Chips: Stir in the dark chocolate chips evenly throughout the cheesecake filling.
- Assemble Filling on Crust: Remove the chilled crust from the refrigerator and pour the cheesecake filling over it. Use a spatula or smoother to level the surface for an even layer.
- Add Chocolate Layer: Melt the dark chocolate and pour a smooth layer on top of the cheesecake filling, spreading it evenly for a polished finish.
- Chill to Set: Cover the springform pan with plastic wrap and place in the refrigerator for at least 4 hours to fully set.
- Garnish and Slice: Once set, garnish the cheesecake bars with whipped cream and cookies if desired. Use a warm knife to cut the cheesecake into equal-sized squares cleanly.
- Serve: Enjoy these decadent Chocolate Chip Cookie Cheesecake Bars chilled as a delightful dessert or snack.
Notes
- For best results, ensure cream cheese and whipped cream are at room temperature to create a smooth filling.
- Use a warm knife (dip in hot water and wipe dry) for clean slices without cracking the chocolate layer.
- You can substitute dark chocolate chips with milk or white chocolate chips depending on your preference.
- Allowing the bars to chill longer than 4 hours will improve firmness and flavor melding.
- Store leftovers covered in the refrigerator for up to 4 days.
- Prep Time: 40 minutes
- Cook Time: 0 minutes
- Category: Dessert
- Method: No-Cook
- Cuisine: American
